Discover Santa Cruz Island's wildlife, and Quito's botanical culture.
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Welcome to Episode 6 of our 6-part Galápagos Vlog series with Celebrity Cruises. This episode covers Santa Cruz Island and Quito's Botanical Garden.

In Puerto Azorra on Santa Cruz Island, we toured Charles Darwin Station and a Giant Tortoise Breeding Center, observing thier local conservation efforts. We also enjoyed a vibrant cultural show and contributed to the environment by participating in a Scalesia tree reforestation project.

Additionally, the journey included a tour of Quito's extensive botanical garden, showcasing the rich biodiversity and floral beauty of Ecuador, further enriching the travel experience with a blend of natural and cultural exploration.


THE SERIES DOCUMENTS
A series preview.
A full ship tour walkthrough.

-Quito, Ecuador, exploring Independence Plaza, the Archbishop’s Palace, Guggua Pichincha mountain, Itchimbia Park, LaCompania Church, Church of St Francis, and Intiñan - the Middle of the World park over four days.

-Egas Port, Santiago Island and Rabida Island, observed sea lions, iguanas, pelicans, flamingos, and sally lightfoot crabs.

-Elizabeth Bay and Tagus Cove on Isabela Island, spotted sea lions, sea turtles, Galápagos penguins, marine iguanas, sally lightfoot crabs, and blue-footed boobies.

-Sullivan Bay, Santiago Island, and Bartolome Island offered views of blue-footed boobies, sally lightfoot crabs, Galapagos penguins, and sea lions.

-Las Bachas, Santa Cruz Island and North Seymour Island provided sightings of swallow-tailed gulls, frigate birds, sea lions, and snorkeling experiences with sally lightfoot crabs, various fish, and sea turtles.

-Visited Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristóbal Island, toured a turtle breeding center, and enjoyed an evening sail by Kicker Rock.

-Puerto Azorra, Santa Cruz Island included tours of Charles Darwin Station, a Giant Tortoise Breeding Center, a cultural show, and participation in a Scalesia tree reforestation project.

-A Sky Suite tour.

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00:00 Start
02:39 Charles Darwin Research Center
06:18 Puerto Ayora
07:16 Puerto Ayora Fish Market
08:30 Scalisia Tree Reforesting
10:58 Rancho El Manzanillo
12:30 Flora Disembarkation
15:32 Quito Botanical Gardens